GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
kudospraise given for achievement
inveterateconfirmed in a habit : habitual
heedto pay attention
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
incantationa use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic
insomniaprolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep